OBD-II key fob programming in SE Ohio
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From: Ohio
Year: 98
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
First off, i know this is a bit of an odd topic, and im not sure this is the best place to post it, but here goes.
So I called the nearest dealership i know of (McHugh's in Zanesville) and they can't get OEM key fobs for my '98. Before, when i asked if they could program a fob, the guy seemed to thought i was talking a bout a chipped key, and said it was 70 dollars.
I see a few fobs online i might take a chance on. it would be nice than fumbling around with two keys (P.O. put a new ignition in).
Does anyone know an affordable place in the southeastern Ohio area that can program the keyless entry fob? Too bad you cant do it with a regular OBD2 tool.
So I called the nearest dealership i know of (McHugh's in Zanesville) and they can't get OEM key fobs for my '98. Before, when i asked if they could program a fob, the guy seemed to thought i was talking a bout a chipped key, and said it was 70 dollars.
I see a few fobs online i might take a chance on. it would be nice than fumbling around with two keys (P.O. put a new ignition in).
Does anyone know an affordable place in the southeastern Ohio area that can program the keyless entry fob? Too bad you cant do it with a regular OBD2 tool.
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Seasoned Member
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 494
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From: Ohio
Year: 98
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
isnt it something like i just take the board out of the overhead console and put the new board in?
i dont suppose i can use any old key fob as long as its not IR, can I? ones for Grand cherokees are cheaaaaap
i dont suppose i can use any old key fob as long as its not IR, can I? ones for Grand cherokees are cheaaaaap
junk the old stuff.
aftermarket units,mine $18 hook up with 4 wires.
1 ground
2 +12v
3 unlock
4 lock.
done.
you can add a led for indicating action. 2 more wires.
keep it simple
aftermarket units,mine $18 hook up with 4 wires.
1 ground
2 +12v
3 unlock
4 lock.
done.
you can add a led for indicating action. 2 more wires.
keep it simple


